Stephen Potts
About Stephen Potts
Stephen Potts serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Silverstream Technologies, where he leads the company's scale-up and transformation efforts. He has extensive experience in commercial and supply chain management, having held senior roles at various organizations including BT Global Services, Babcock International Group, and Siemens IT Solutions & Services.
Current Role at Silverstream Technologies
Stephen Potts serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Silverstream Technologies, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for creating and executing commercial and operational strategies that drive the company's growth. He leads scale-up and transformation initiatives, ensuring that the organization meets its operational goals effectively. His leadership focuses on developing key operational capabilities to support the simultaneous installations of the Silverstream® System within fixed deadlines.
Previous Experience at BT Global Services
Before joining Silverstream Technologies, Stephen Potts worked at BT Global Services as the Commercial Director for Major Programmes & Vendor Management from 2007 to 2010. During his three years in this role, he was based in London, United Kingdom. His responsibilities included overseeing commercial strategies and vendor management for major programs, contributing to the operational efficiency of the organization.
Experience at Babcock International Group PLC
Stephen Potts held the position of Group Supply Chain Director for the Procurement Transformation Programme at Babcock International Group PLC from 2010 to 2012. His tenure lasted two years in London, United Kingdom, where he focused on transforming procurement processes and enhancing supply chain efficiency within the organization.
Leadership Role at Sunseeker International
From 2012 to 2015, Stephen Potts served as the Group Supply Chain Director at Sunseeker International, located in Poole, United Kingdom. In this role, he was responsible for managing the supply chain operations and implementing strategies that improved operational performance. His leadership contributed to the overall efficiency of the company's supply chain during his three-year tenure.
Professional Background and Achievements
Stephen Potts has extensive experience leading large commercial and supply chain functions in complex matrix organizations. His career includes significant roles at Siemens IT Solutions & Services and Johnson Controls, where he developed expertise in contracts and procurement. He was awarded the Siemens Management Award for exceptional performance, highlighting his contributions to the field. Additionally, he has worked internationally across various regions, including Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Singapore, the Middle East, and the US.